“Why you may trust Digital Trends – We have a 20-year history of testing, reviewing, and rating products, services and apps to help you make a sound buying decision. Find out we test and score products.“ The battle to own prime real estate on your kitchen counter, desk, or living room continues as more and more smart displays vie for your attention. TheGoogle Nest Hubwas a respectable device — rendering it one of the better options to consider when shopping for a smart display — but there’s far more brewing with the next iteration of the device, the Nest Hub Max....

Google has postponed the launch of the Android 11 beta, deciding that it is simply not the right time to push through with the virtual event. The latest public beta for Android was supposed to make its debut at the Google I/O conference on May 12 to May 14, but the annual event wascanceleddue to the COVID-19 pandemic. The unveiling was then moved to alivestreamon June 3 titledAndroid 11: The Beta Launch Show, which Google said would include a Q&A portion for anyone to ask questions....

After years of selling its Chromecast devices — “dumb”media streamersthat only work in conjunction with a phone, tablet, or computer — Google has finally launched a truly smart media streaming device: The$50 Chromecast with Google TV. On paper, this thing has it all. An elegant remote control that balances functionality with simplicity, as well as support for 4K, HDR (even Dolby Vision), and Dolby Atmos. As the name suggests, it still works as a Chromecast for when you want to stream content to your TV directly from another device....

GTA 6 fan reimagines trailer for Switch port using PlayStation 1 graphics GTA 6 fans have recreated the new announcement trailer using old-school PlayStation graphics and jokes that this is what the upcoming game would look like on the Nintendo Switch. Since developer Rockstar dropped the first trailer for the highly anticipated GTA 6, the gaming industry has been flooding the internet with theories, videos, and more about the upcoming installment in the beloved franchise....

I don’t really remember the first time I playedHalo 3. It was sometime in 2007 or 2008, I’m sure, but that’s about all that’s stored in my memory banks. What I do remember is the game’s campaign and how I had no clue what was happening becauseHalo 3was the first time I played a Halo game. Halo 3‘s intro is still fresh in my mind, though — that solemn, short monologue from Cortana before Master Chief crashes into the ground....

Summary Netflix’sHit Manis one of the streaming service’s best movies of 2024, but it also leaves a lot of questions and mysteries unanswered. The tense crime comedy has a fairly intricate script, with the story weaving a complicated web of lies for Glen Powell’s Gary Johnson to navigate through. While these are mostly resolved, some viewers are left scratching their heads after the end ofHit Mandue to these 10 lingering questions....

There are four new legendary Pokémon hidden behind massive seals inPokémon ScarletandViolet. Not only do these creatures present a tough challenge, but each is also a fantastic addition to your Pokémon roster if you’re able to catch one. First, though, you will need to jump through a few hoops to have a chance at fighting one. Chi-Yu may look like the least impressive of the legendaries, but that’s far from the truth....

TheEcho Dot with clockis one of the most popular gadgets in the Echo lineup. With an affordable price tag and full access to the Alexa voice assistant, the smart speaker is a great way to dip your toes into the world of smart homes and start automating your daily tasks. However, some users have reported issues with the Echo Dot with clock’s display. Difficulty Specifically, the display on the Echo Dot simply stops working – and it’s not immediately clear how to resolve the issue....

How to fix Peak stuck on authenticating error Peak is the latest climbing crazetaking over the indie gaming scene, complete with chaotic items, tons of co-op, and, of course, plenty of mountains to climb. That is, unless your game’s stuck on ‘authenticating’. When it was released, Peak shot up in popularity, withover one million playersclimbing their way up the mountain in just the first week. Naturally, this introduced plenty of new fans, all of whom get to explore the game’s mysterious items, like theMagic Beanor theCursed Skull(that last one isn’t that nice)....

If yourFitbit Versaisn’t running optimally, a reset can sometimes be a simple solution. Restarting your Fitbit can help if your device is not responding to input or is slow to respond, if it’s not syncing with your mobile device, or if functions like step counting or notifications are not performing properly. Often, a quick reset can eliminate these frustrations and get your device back up and running as normal. Getting a new fitness tracker or smartwatch?...

Warning: Spoilers ahead forDoctor Whoseason 14, episode 5, “Dot and Bubble.” Summary Doctor Whoseason 14, episode 5, “Dot and Bubble,” left me with a sense of frustration that I hadn’t had yet during the show’s Disney era, and I’ve figured out why it felt so incomplete.The show’s new direction has allowed the Doctor to take on threats that are becoming increasingly supernatural, and has even forced Ruby Sunday into a solo mission for “73 Yards....

Summary I am more intrigued by HBO’s upcomingHarry Pottertelevision series now that theseries showrunner has been confirmed,and she has ties to another book adaptation with a great Rotten Tomatoes score. As a remake of the beloved books and films, each season will adapt one of the books. While numerous episodes per season may allow the series to more faithfully adapt the source material than the movies did, I have been skeptical of the premise, as the movies are overall satisfying, albeit imperfect adaptations of the books, featuring iconic performances and scenes that can never be replaced....

Is the Overwatch League ending? OWL’s situation explained Six years after the Overwatch League was formed, dark clouds loom on the horizon. But is the OWL coming to an end?Here is what you need to know about the current state of the league. As the esports industry continues to navigate a dark period commonly referred to as the “esports winter”, the Overwatch League is at risk of collapsing. Established in 2017, the Overwatch League was Blizzard’s attempt to bring a traditional sports model to esports, complete with franchise teams....